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Swimming spots in Marseille

2 free-access swimming spots listed in and around Marseille, from nearest to furthest from the centre.

The closest to the centre is 2.0 km away. A defibrillator is listed within 500 m of 2 of them. Also known as wild swimming spot or bathing water.

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List and directions

  • Swimming spot
    Water quality: good · Sea
    Defibrillator 180 m Water 1.0 km    2.0 km
  • Swimming spot
    Water quality: excellent · Sea
    Defibrillator 190 m Toilets 820 m    5.1 km

At a glance

  • Free access confirmed by the source: 2 of 2
  • Defibrillator within 500 m: 2 of 2

Good to know before you go

  • Choose supervised zones: if something goes wrong, help arrives faster.
  • For children, pick one adult to watch them who does nothing else, and get in the water with them.
  • Take all your rubbish home, cigarette ends included: they end up in the water.

Read the full guide: swimming spots →

FAQ

Where can I find a free swimming spot in Marseille?

Oukonjou lists 2 free-access swimming spots in and around Marseille. The closest to the centre is 2.0 km away. On the map, “Near me” sorts the list by distance from where you are.

Are the swimming spots in Marseille lit?

None is reported as lit in the available data: plan to go in daylight and check on site.

Is there a wheelchair-accessible swimming spot in Marseille?

None is reported as accessible in the data. The information is often missing: check on site or suggest a correction.

Do I need to book or pay?

No. These swimming spots are free access. Lifeguards are only present in season and at some places: follow the flags and notices on site.

Where can I find other swimming spots near Marseille?

In nearby towns: La Ciotat (23 km).

Data updated on November 2, 2026